Jan 21, 2019

More Information About the CNCS Sustainability & Transformation Plan

AmeriCorps Alums Connecticut is gravely concerned about the rapid implementation of the CNCS Transformation & Sustainability Plan, which will lead to the closure of state offices in favor of regional offices. We are asking all alums and other concerned Americans to read about the plan and consider reaching out to your representatives to slow down the process to allow a thorough review, as required by law.

We are concerned that the rush to implementation of a plan which will significantly alter the structure of this critical agency, effecting thousands of volunteers and community organizations.

Our wonderful state is not immune to the pressing challenges of our times, including poverty, food insecurity, homelessness, and opioid addiction. We are particularly concerned about the loss of local support for Connecticut service members, organizations, and communities - particularly rural communities and small organizations - which we feel will lead to less effective programs and less meaningful experiences for members and volunteers.

Note that Connecticut's Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro is the co-Chair of the appropriations subcommittee that funds CNCS - if you live in her district, you can make a BIG difference! To find who represents you in Congress, please visit this website to search by zip code. Every person in Connecticut can also reach out to Senator Richard Blumenthal and Senator Chris Murphy to ask them to urge their colleagues to take action.

To get you started, a sample cover letter can be found here: http://bit.ly/2sDkOCn.

More detailed information about the plan, its consequences, and the standing you have to challenge it has been compiled here: http://bit.ly/2Hpkp0B.

Please note that we did not put these documents together. If you find any errors, please let us know by contacting our Interim President directly at slmykins @ gmail . com. Thank you!!

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